A couple has undergone prenatal testing and their fetus has an identified congenital anomaly. What action by the nurse is best?
A.
"I know how you feel; my daughter has a cleft lip."
B.
"I'm sure you will come to love your baby anyway."
C.
"It is normal for both of you to be afraid, sad, or angry."
D.
"You are lucky you found out now and can prepare."
ANS: C
The nurse plays an important role in situations such as this by providing support and education. The nurse should use empathetic and therapeutic communication and be sure to include the father. The other statements are not examples of therapeutic communication and sound dismissive.
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